This amethyst pendant pairs a simple, enameled silver setting with the warm, purple depth of the stone. The cabochon cut gives it a smooth, domed surface across which light moves softly, drawing out darker, purple flashes at its centre. The big size of the stone means the pendant sits well along the neckline, and the boho character of the piece shows in the loose, irregular outline of the setting.

An amethyst like this, with its deep, even colour and clear interior free of cloudiness, is easy to overlook among random specimens, and a second stone of similar tone is hard to find afterwards. Silver and good coloured stones are rising in price, so buying this pendant now remains a sound decision. The setting is made of refined European silver, sterling silver 925, free of nickel and harmful metal additives, so wearing it carries no risk of skin irritation. The enamel is applied by hand, and the piece bears the French maker's mark, which attests to the origin of the silver. In jewellery tradition, amethyst has long been linked to calm, clarity of mind and inner balance.

For the office, it pairs well with a smooth shirt in a cool shade and a simply cut blazer - the purple of the stone brings life to a muted, office palette without undercutting its restraint. Under a shirt collar or against a bare neckline, the amethyst keeps its visual weight without getting lost among other accessories. In the evening, the same pendant works well with a simple, dark dress, where the boho form of the setting brings a touch of ease to an elegant outfit. Just a small amount of additional jewellery is enough to keep the stone as the main focus of the look.